Both Russia and Slovakia are searching for their first win of the Euro 2016 competition when they clash at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy. Join The Roar from 11pm (AEST) for live scores and coverage.
Despite going into their last fixture, against England, as underdogs, Russia salvaged a last-minute draw to come away with a point.
Vasili Berezutski found the net right at the death to ensure the 1-all draw and break English hearts.
However, Russia’s story this competition has been centred off the pitch rather than on it, with officials threatening to pull them out of the competition should any fan-related violence continue. The English fans have also been warned.
After a disappointing 2-1 loss to Wales in their opening fixture, Slovakia cannot afford to drop any more points.
Ondrej Duda equalised after Gareth Bale’s early opener, however Hal Robson-Kanu’s goal with just seven minutes to play made sure that Slovakia went into Week 2 of the tournament with nothing.
Slovakia were missing key striker Robert Vittek, and Marek Hamsik and Adam Nemec must step up if they wish to keep their dreams alive.
Both sides have plenty to play for, and a loss for either see could see their last 16 hopes slip out of reach. Both sides have similarities all over the pitch, and it could come down to which striker is having the better day.
Prediction
Russia 1 – 1 Slovakia
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FULL TIME: Russia 1 - 2 Slovakia
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90+4' - The corner kick is cleared, and Slovakia hold on to win the game! RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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90+4' - Russia's free kick ends in a corner kick. This is the last chance for them. RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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90+3' - Skrtl gives away a foul and Russia have a free kick in a dangerous spot. Could this be the moment? RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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90+2' - Slovakia desperate to clear the ball, Russia are struggling to find space and have just one minute to get the ball forward. RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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90+1' - The Slovak keeper just smacking the ball down the other end. Russia look to start again, pushing forward again for another late equaliser. They did it against the English, can they do it against the Slovaks? RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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90' - Three minutes of stoppage time. Three minutes for Russia to salvage a point in this game. RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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89' - Russia finally manage to get the ball back, and look to move forward. They keep coming close but Slovakia have too many men in the box for him to find a gap to shoot. RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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88' - Slovakia look for a counter but its broken down. They do come away with the ball, and are looking to run the clock down with some simple passing. RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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86' - It's the same story now for the last nine minutes. Russia move forward, Slovakia try and clear and then Russia come back. Can they get one back in the last three minutes of the game? RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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85' - Slovakia are panicked in defence, and have given away silly balls twice now. Russia really piling on the pressure with five to go. RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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84' - Shatov looks like he was injured in his inner-thigh after a clash, but he should be okay to continue. RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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83' - The Slovak goal keeper punches the ball away, but Russia come away with the ball yet again. RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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83' - Russia are really pushing forwards towards goal now. Slovakia under immense pressure. Russia have a corner kick. RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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81' - Right away Russia push forward looking for a second and they almost get it were it not for some last ditch defending! RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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80' - GOAL RUSSIA What a goal that was! One of the best worked goals of this tournament! Shatov gets the ball across to Glushakov after some great play and he heads the ball into the net! Russia have a lifeline! RUSSIA 1 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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79' - Mamaev finds space to shoot but his shot is well wide. He really should have done better from there. RUSSIA 0 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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77' - Slovakia have everyone back, and the immense pressure they are putting Russia under seems to be working in their favour quite well. RUSSIA 0 - 2 SLOVAKIA
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76' - The free kick is headed away easily enough. RUSSIA 0 - 2 SLOVAKIA